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SOLD : Presto Type K

Post: # 12385Unread post Jaymo Music
Wed Jan 26, 2011 10:51 pm

I have a Presto Type K lathe for sale. I can post some pics if there is any interest. I seems complete and I was told it was in operating condition when last used. It has been in a music store hidden under some equipment for a few years now. I have not and probably will not plug it in unless someone holds my hand here. Cables are in foul shape. Tweed outer cloth in very good condition. Pics later if needed. Price not known at this time. Thanks......a newbie
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still got it

Post: # 18710Unread post Jaymo Music
Thu Mar 22, 2012 3:40 pm

I still have this machine. Any takers??? Offers???
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new pics...

Post: # 18821Unread post Jaymo Music
Tue Mar 27, 2012 9:25 pm

I lost the pics I had taken! I'll post more this weekend. stand by
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Post: # 18878Unread post motorwolf
Fri Mar 30, 2012 11:18 am

what presto k model is it? k8?, k10? with cutting amp? overhead? pm me for price indication if you like...
cheerio, guy
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Post: # 18879Unread post motorwolf
Fri Mar 30, 2012 11:20 am

oh, and does it include a cutter head? if so, presto 1D,C? audax?
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presto K pics

Post: # 18949Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 10:37 am

http://s142.photobucket.com/albums/r90/jerrymoore33154/presto%20K/

Here's the pics of the Presto K. I plugged this unit in and checked what I knew how to check. The amp seems to be working. I was able to get a sound from the speaker by simply placing my finger across the mic input. plus the needle would swing. The needle looks like its on the cutter(sharp diamond or glass point? )The needle on the playback is missing. The plug-in off the playback at the cabinet would make static sounds when move so this is a good sign its working. No weird sounds or smoke. I ran it for about 20 minutes. The rubber pads and mounts are in need of replacement. The turntable turns freely. This lathe is ready for restoration. If it doesn't sell I will restore it. Seems like a cool hobby!!! I really don't have a starting price and will take offers. Thanks for all interest in this unit. Hope to find it a good home.Jerry Moore... Georgia. USA
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Post: # 18950Unread post motorwolf
Sun Apr 01, 2012 10:46 am

thanks a lot for all the info, but i tried to watch your picture, though it demanded a password!
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sorry

Post: # 18951Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 10:51 am

look again I changed the setting.
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Post: # 18952Unread post Angus McCarthy
Sun Apr 01, 2012 11:24 am

That looks like a pretty early unit, based on the head and general construction.
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Post: # 18953Unread post motorwolf
Sun Apr 01, 2012 12:19 pm

anyone can see what cutter head model that is?
does it have 33 rpm? and are those jack inputs for line signal and microphone?

thanks
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Post: # 18956Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 2:28 pm

the mic is the connection to the right of the volume. i think the other connections are outs
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Post: # 18957Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 2:29 pm

I have the ends for this connection BTW... Not the original just new replacement.
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Post: # 18958Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 2:31 pm

I can post more about it....send me questions. also what is the policy for selling here??? don't want to do something wrong. THX
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Post: # 18965Unread post Angus McCarthy
Sun Apr 01, 2012 10:39 pm

motorwolf wrote:anyone can see what cutter head model that is?
does it have 33 rpm? and are those jack inputs for line signal and microphone?

thanks
It looks like the same horseshoe head type that came with the J5.

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Other than the lone-letter Model designation this looks exactly like a K6. Very doubtful this runs at anything other than 78. Does that seem to be the case, Jaymo?
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Post: # 18966Unread post Jaymo Music
Sun Apr 01, 2012 10:44 pm

seems to be single speed. dont know what speed. by engaging the arm at the turn-table it turns on or off. I dont see any speeds. I can look at it more tomorrow. Its in my shop now. Thanks
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Post: # 18998Unread post Angus McCarthy
Tue Apr 03, 2012 10:27 pm

Sent you a PM, in case it didn't show up.
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Post: # 19016Unread post Steve E.
Wed Apr 04, 2012 1:43 pm

There's not so much of a "selling policy"! This is the classifieds, so....do what everyone else is doing?

Errr.... tell the truth, and send the item if someone pays you for it? Smart to use paypal, take the normal sane precautions....
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price on presto k

Post: # 19384Unread post Jaymo Music
Thu Apr 26, 2012 11:44 am

Back to the presto k.....I've had a few offers on this unit and decided to let it go for $400.00. Buyer to pay for shipping and insurance. I really don't want to send this unit out of the US because of issues I've had in the past. Payment to be made by PayPal (preferred) or Postal Money Order. or local pickup....South Atlanta GA area. NO CHECKS!!! Unit is sold AS IS. I know absolutely nothing about these cool machines. I do repair tube guitar amps etc. and I know this could be a great untouched project for someone. send me an email if interested. First offer gets it. thx
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SOLD SOLD SOLD

Post: # 19437Unread post Jaymo Music
Tue May 01, 2012 7:26 am

Thanks TSSOLT!!! Mark this one SOLD!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:
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Post: # 19570Unread post Angus McCarthy
Tue May 08, 2012 7:53 pm

The K just arrived, and I wanted to share a couple interesting things about it. First off, the worm screw is set up for inside-out recording, making it very likely this was used by a radio station somewhere for making transcription discs.

Second, once I removed the platter I discovered one of my favorite phrases staring back at me:

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This places the unit squarely between 1938 & 1940, when the patent was approved.

The playback head is an Audax - also marked "patents applied for" - which leads me to believe the cutterhead may also be Audax, but with a Presto-branded shell.

Lastly, after removing the rotten rubber from the capstan, the platter appears to spin at very nearly 33rpm, possibly a hair slower!
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